The recent union of WWE and UFC into the TKO organization has generated headlines, shocking everyone in the sports and entertainment industries. With the help of this historic union, the participating businesses will become athletic titans and forge an unrivaled sports media alliance.
However, the merger also came with a price, as a result of which 100 people were regrettably let go. TKO Group is now looking forward to cutting costs and reaching its target number following the WWE and UFC merger, and the WWE Universe is quite upset with that.
This is pathetic. You could have been transitioned into a backstage role
— yang goi (@GongR1ght) September 21, 2023
It’s not the wrestlers fault, it’s WWE’s fault they are being let go.
— SheepDog Society LLC (@QPsyOps) September 22, 2023
Fans are in disbelief as they witness WWE’s destructive career move. WWE Universe is expressing compassion for the talented individuals who have been laid off; some have called it a poor choice, while others claim they never had a plan. People are quite worried about Elias, and they claim that this is a talent cut. However, the creative team is not subjected to cuts.
Fans believe that Dolph Ziggler is the most notable loss, and they are upset with the WWE’s choice to fire a competitor who gave all in the ring. People eagerly anticipated watching Mustafa Ali’s match against Dominik Mysterio for the North American title at NXT.
However, he is out now. WWE fans are upset and claim that he lost the chance to win the title due to an unwise decision. Fans erupted in outrage at the decision to release these talents, declaring that this business sucks. Consequently, this layoff can lead to a huge loss for WWE ratings.
List of stars who have been released from WWE
After the two businesses amalgamated, dozens of employees were let go from the divisions that were deemed unnecessary. The list of verified and rumored superstar releases is provided below and will be updated when new information becomes available.
Dolph Ziggler, Mustafa Ali, Shelton Benjamin, Top Dolla, Elias, Riddick Moss, Rick Boogs, Dana Brooke, Emma, Aaliyah, Mace, Mansoor, Bryson Montana (NXT), Quincy Elliot (NXT), Dabba-Kato, Shanky, Yulisa León, Daniel McArthur, Kevin Ventura-Cortez.
From Drifting onto the scene..
To WrestleMania with John Cena & The Undertaker..
To Millions around the world for years Walking With Elias..
A #1 ITunes Album
& To being my own younger brother (ZEKE)
while traveling the world..
It’s been a blast.
God is Good!
— Elias (@IAmEliasWWE) September 21, 2023
Several WWE stars have posted on social media in response to the widespread layoffs. When the Perth Elimination Chamber event was announced earlier today, Emma, who had been looking forward to participating there. She responded to one of her older postings by saying, “I’m no longer with WWE.”
After Triple H was appointed head of creative, Riddick Moss addressed the concerns of fans who thought that his career suffered. He asserted that after The Game took over, his match fee increased. Additionally, Elias tweeted, “It’s been a blast,” along with some of the highlights.
One thousand five hundred and fifty four matches. @HEELZiggler #Respect
— John Cena (@JohnCena) September 21, 2023
The “Gold Standard,” Shelton Benjamin, expressed his gratitude to the WWE team, performers, and supporters. Also commenting on Dolph Ziggler’s release, John Cena brought up Ziggler’s participation in more than 1,400 WWE contests. Different superstars expressed their thanks and regret at no longer being a part of WWE.